Al Hudaydah burns: Devastation and chaos after Israeli bombings.

The Yemeni port of Al Hudaydah continues to be in flames after Israeli bombings. The port city is in a state of chaos and devastation following direct hits on fuel tanks by Israeli airstrikes, triggering a series of massive explosions that have left at least five people dead and around 90 injured, according to sources from the rebel-controlled Ministry of Health and medical sources consulted by the EFE news agency. Images sent by port workers in Al Hudaydah show a desolate scene, with the commercial area reduced to rubble and charred remnants scattered throughout the port facilities. Thick smoke has covered the surrounding area, obscuring the extent of the destruction that has paralyzed the storage and distribution capabilities of this crucial port. The strategic importance of Al Hudaydah as the main entry point for essential goods, fuel, and vital assistance for millions of people living in rebel-controlled areas has raised concerns about the possible economic and humanitarian consequences of this attack. The destruction of these facilities threatens to worsen the humanitarian crisis already facing Yemen, mired in an armed conflict that has pushed the population to the brink of famine and despair. Residents of Al Hudaydah and Sana'a, the Yemeni capital under Houthi control, have reacted with fear at the prospect of a fuel crisis, forming long queues at gas stations and causing major traffic jams on the roads. The Yemen Oil Company issued a statement reassuring that they have enough strategic fuel reserves to meet the population's needs, bringing some relief to the situation. In addition to the material damages, Israeli airstrikes have also affected the electricity supply in Al Hudaydah, with severe power cuts reported after the bombing of the main power generation plant in the city's north. Restoring this service is crucial for the daily lives of the region's inhabitants, who already face multiple difficulties due to the ongoing conflict. These bombings, the first carried out by Israel against Yemen, have sparked a wave of concern in the Middle East. The Houthi rebels have threatened to retaliate and announced the launch of several missiles towards southern Israel amid escalating tensions that could trigger a new cycle of violence in a region already convulsed by years of conflicts and disputes. The international community has strongly condemned these acts of violence that endanger the lives of innocent civilians and worsen an already critical humanitarian situation. It is imperative to seek a peaceful and negotiated solution to the conflict in Yemen to avoid further suffering and disaster in a population that has been enduring the consequences of war for years. Amid the chaos and destruction in Al Hudaydah, the hope for a better future for the inhabitants of this Yemeni city seems distant. While local authorities and international organizations work to contain the crisis, it is essential for the international community to redouble efforts to ensure the safety and well-being of the affected population and seek a peaceful and sustainable resolution to a conflict that has caused so much suffering and devastation.